nonpractical

adjective

ˌnän-ˈprak-ti-kəl How to pronounce nonpractical (audio)
Definition of nonpracticalnext
as in impractical
not capable of being put to use or account an inventor who seemed to be able to create only nonpractical gadgets

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  1. impractical
  2. useless
  3. unsuitable
Adjective
  • For a long time, our leading hypothesis was bullying and violence, but that may be a bit impractical, given their kingdoms are vast networks of tunnels that can stretch for up to three kilometers.
    — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 21 July 2026
  • Statement architectural features, like large windows and spiral staircases, are impractical for daily living.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 21 July 2026
Definition of impractical
Adjective
  • Such collisions could create fields of debris, potentially rendering entire areas of orbit useless.
    — Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
  • And yet, Paul can’t help but impose and offend, making even his expertise in home security sickeningly useless.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 22 July 2026
Definition of useless
Adjective
  • More than half that land is owned by the district but is unsuitable for farming.
    — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
  • Planting fruit trees in unsuitable spots may not just produce a poor harvest but could spell disaster for the tree.
    — Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026
Definition of unsuitable
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